Sterilization traceability for permanent makeup in Italy

Italy's Consiglio di Stato (Sentenza n. 1930/2024) confirmed that dermopigmentation is a form of tattooing. The same regional regulatory framework applies — and the same need for traceable sterilization documentation.

What the law requires from permanent makeup studios

ASL/ATS · Comune (SCIA) · Consiglio di Stato Sent. 1930/2024

Permanent makeup (PMU, dermopigmentation) follows the regulatory framework of tattooing. A 2024 Consiglio di Stato ruling (Sentenza n. 1930/2024) definitively confirmed that dermopigmentation is a form of tattooing and is not exclusive to beauticians, settling a long-running jurisdictional dispute. Regional tattoo laws apply in full: Lombardia L.R. 13/2021 (1,500 total training hours), Toscana L.R. 28/2004, Lazio L.R. 2/2021. Sterilization in a Class B autoclave is mandatory for reusable instruments, with SCIA filing, written informed consent, and a dedicated sterilization area. Penalties and enforcement bodies match those for tattooing. A Ministerial working group has been drafting national "Prescrizioni" on tattoo and PMU safety since 2018, but no binding document has yet been enacted.

Consiglio di Stato Sent. n. 1930/2024 · Ministry of Health Circulars 5/2/1998 and 16/7/1998 · Lombardia L.R. 13/2021 · Toscana L.R. 28/2004 · Lazio L.R. 2/2021 · UNI EN 13060 (Class B)

How SecuSteri helps

Comply with tattoo regulations — automatically

Dermopigmentation is regulated identically to tattooing. SecuSteri provides the same digital traceability that satisfies health authority inspectors.

Track instrument sterilization by client

Link each sterilized dermograph component to the autoclave cycle it was processed in. Complete traceability from instrument to client.

QR-coded labels for your instrument pouches

Print traceability labels after each autoclave cycle. Attach them to sterilized pouches for immediate verification.

Works in beauty institutes and dedicated studios

Cloud-based — access your records from the institute, your studio, or during a training session.

Pre-loaded instruments for permanent makeup

Dermograph handpieces Microblading blade holders Pigment rings (reusable) Practice skin clamps Stainless steel rulers

These instruments come pre-loaded when you create your account. You can add, edit, or remove instruments at any time.

Works with all autoclave brands

W&H Lisa Melag Euronda Castellini Anthos Tuttnauer

W&H, Castellini, and Anthos reports are imported automatically via AutoReport or manual upload. Other brands? Upload the report or enter cycle data manually — we add automatic support progressively.

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